Life Skills/Independent Living
Life/Independent Living Skills can require purposeful instruction, just like academics. The resources below will provide ideas for how and when to teach skills such as using the various modes of transportation to fully participate in their communities, and training on domestic skills, money management, etc. (CDE WorkAbility Array of Services November 2022)
Web-based/Digital/Prinatble
PBS Let's Ride the Bus Video - PBS Learning Media provides free short videos on a variety of topics
Independent Travel Worksheets - This is a 34-page activity booklet from School Travel Planning.com
Independent Living Skills- Low Incidence - Michigan Department of Education developed checklists, modules, and guides to teach independent living skills. Examples linked below.
Paratransit Mobility Training - potential future option to support more direct training on public transportation
List of local Recreation/Leisure and Volunteer Opportunities - recreation and leisure is an important component of independent living